Helpful Questionnaires

1. EARLY-STAGE QUESTIONS:

These questions help assess broad compatibilities in aspect of values, life goals and expectations. They are suitable for the first 1-2 meetings.

1.1 Lifestyle & Habits:

  1. What are some of your daily or weekly routines (work, health, social)?
  2. What are hobbies or interests do you enjoy in your free time?
  3. Do you use social media? If so, how much time do you spend on it?
  4. What are your favorite foods?
  5. How is your work-life balance?
  6. Would you like to discuss about your close friends group-what are they like?

1.2 Religious & Cultural Alignment:

  1. How do you practice religion/Islam in you daily life?
  2. Do you expect your spouse to follow the same level of religious practice as you?
  3. How important is Bangladeshi culture in your future family life?
  4. What religious or cultural values would you want to pass on to your children?
  5. Are there any cultural or family traditions that are very important to you?

1.3 Family & Children:

  1. Do you want children? If yes, how many ideally?
  2. When is your ideal time after marriage to have children?
  3. Would you be open to adoption if needed?
  4. What role do you see each parent playing in raising children?

1.4 Career & Ambitions:

  1. What do you currently do (work or study)? Do you enjoy it?
  2. Where would you like to live long-term: city/country/ which environment?
  3. Do you have any long-term career or life goals you’re working towards?
  4. Are there any careers you would not want your spouse to pursue? why?

1.5 Finances & Responsibilities:

  1. What are your vies on spending vs saving?
  2. What is your spending views? generous or tight?
  3. Do you believe household finances should be managed jointly or individually?
  4. How would you define your financial priorities (needs vs wants)?
  5. Would you prefer to manage money together or have specific roles?

1.6 Relationship Approach:

  1. How do you make decisions in a relationship? Together or based on roles?
  2. What does a respectful and loving relationship look like to you?
  3. Are you open to the idea of premarital or marital counseling?
  4. What are your vies on privacy in marriage (phones, family matters, boundaries)?
  5. How important is physical appearance to you?

2. LATER-STAGE (In-person) QUESTIONS:

There are more personal and suited for later in-person meetings.

2.1 Emotional Health & Communication:

  1. How do you typically deal with emotions like anger, sadness or stress?
  2. Have you experienced past trauma or a difficult relationship? Have you healed from it?
  3. Do you have any insecurities that might impact your relaitonship?
  4. How do you feel most appreciated and loved in a relationship?
  5. What would healthy conflict resolution look like in your marriage?
  6. Are you a strongly opinionated person? Are you able to change your mind when presented with evidence?

2.2 Finances (In-Depth):

  1. Do you pay off your credit cards of loans regularly?
  2. Are you comfortable with financial risks like invensting in stocks or business?
  3. What financial responsibilities do you expect to handle yourself vs share with your spouse?
  4. What assets should be under your name, my name or both (e.g. house, car, business)?
  5. How transparent should we be with each other about spending?

2.3 Children & Parenting (In-Depth):

  1. What values or practices would you use to raise children as practicing Muslims?
  2. How do you feel about physical discipline (e.g. spanking)?
  3. How would you handle a disagreement in parenting style?
  4. Would you be okay if our children were more religious or less religious that us?

2.4 Intimate or Sensitive Topics:

  1. What are your thoughts on polygamy?
  2. How do you feel about discussing extended family issues with your spouse?
  3. Have you ever had issues with jealousy, control, or trust in past relationships?
  4. Are there any mental health issues (e.g., anxiety, depression) you’re managing?
  5. Do you have nay criminal history or legal matters that should be disclosed?

3. OPTINAL ADD-ONS (Customizable by Candidates:

  1. What are your deal breakers?
  2. Career paths you are uncomfortable with.
  3. Religious practices that are must-haves.
  4. Lifestyle factors that are unacceptable (e.g., smoking, music, etc.).
  5. Family structure preferences (e.g., joint family vs nuclear).